Legal Assistant, Litigation

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit

. Draft engagement and introductory letters for new litigation matters .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeLincolnshire • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in managing litigation processes, including drafting legal documents, coordinating with legal teams, and maintaining accurate case files. Exhibits strong organizational skills and attention to detail while effectively communicating and collaborating in a fast-paced legal environment.

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Litigation SupportLegal TerminologyMicrosoft Office SuiteCase Management SystemsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Drafting Engagement LettersReviewing Litigation Approval FormsDocketing and CalendaringFiling Legal DocumentsMaintaining Matter Information

Soft Skills

Time ManagementAttention to DetailWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

VisionIManageJuris SuiteLexisNexisPACER

Industry Keywords

Litigation ProcessLegal EnvironmentCourt ProceduresLegal DocumentationAdministrative Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft engagement and introductory letters for new litigation matters
Coordinate intake and setup of new litigation matters
Review Litigation Approval Forms, obtain required documentation, and ensure timely matter creation
Assign litigation approvals to appropriate attorneys and monitor timely processing
Open and maintain litigation matters in Vision
Maintain accurate matter information and electronic and physical files
Schedule Zoom and other virtual meetings, reserve conference rooms, coordinate calendars, and manage meeting logistics
Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, clients, opposing counsel, courts, process servers, and other third parties
Assist with filing, service, routing, and distribution of litigation documents
Process and distribute incoming mail, checks, and legal documents; prepare outgoing mail and shipments
Assist with docketing and calendaring court dates, hearings, deadlines, and litigation events
Prepare, organize, and distribute materials for meetings, hearings, depositions, and other proceedings
Provide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals on active litigation matters
Track checks and other payments received by the Litigation Department
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience in a law firm or legal environment preferred
Experience supporting attorneys in a litigation practice preferred
Working knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and the litigation process preferred
Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and proofreading skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and other team members
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with legal software and case management systems such as iManage, Juris Suite, Vision, LexisNexis, and PACER preferred
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical expense reimbursement plan
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Basic life and AD&D coverage
Voluntary life insurance
Critical illness insurance
Accident insurance
Hospital insurance
Retirement plan for eligible employees
Hybrid schedule after 60–90 days of in-office training
Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm schedule
35-hour workweek